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7 Oct — 14 Oct1
1 adult
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Flights to Washington, D.C. in 2026

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  • 19/10-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Washington, D.C.
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  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
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Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 23/1

22:00-09:05

3 stops48h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,360

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 23/10

19:20-15:40

1 stop32h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,627

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

SZB Kuala Lumpur Subang - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SZBDCA

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Tue 3/11

19:55-21:59

3 stops39h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,655

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 4/10

19:20-15:40

1 stop32h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,684

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 23/1

08:00-20:55

2 stops25h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,700

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 24/10

21:50-16:55

1 stop31h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,728

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 25/2

02:30-15:55

1 stop26h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,785

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

KULDCA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/11

07:55-21:59

2 stops51h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,809

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 27/2

19:55-08:30

1 stop25h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,845

Kuala LumpurWashington, D.C.

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

KULIAD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/10

16:00-15:40

2 stops35h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-12:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 2,878

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How long is the flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Washington, D.C. takes 32 hours 24 minutes. Flights to Washington, D.C. from other popular cities in Malaysia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Washington, D.C. are Emirates and Qatar Airways.

Emirates
Emirates
From RM 3,570
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From RM 3,347

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Washington, D.C. are Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates to the United States. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

FAQs about flying to Washington, D.C.

Washington climate

The busiest seasons for tourist activities are spring and summer, in particular during the time when the cherry blossoms bloom and when schools are out for spring break and then summer holiday. In addition, when Congress is in session and from mid-January through June, hotels and restaurants are full of lobbyists, and the streets are often full of demonstrations. Spring and autumn have the most pleasant weather. Summers in Washington are hot, sometimes exceeding 37 degrees Celsius, and very humid. Winter weather is unpredictable, ranging from mild to very cold.

Getting around Washington

Washington is an easy city to get around. The streets are laid out in a grid, with numbered streets going in one direction and alphabetized streets going the other. The city is divided into four quadrants, with the Capitol building centering them all. Most of the major sights are within walking distance, but you can easily take the Metrobus or Metrorail (subway) if you get tired of walking.

What is good to know if travelling to Washington?

  • White House tours must be scheduled in advance through your member of Congress. Tours may be cancelled, so check before going. The White House website is as up-to-date as possible, and it lists the phone number for a last-minute check on your tour. It also lists items that you may not bring with you (almost everything); there are no storage facilities.
  • In addition to experiencing the beauty of the Capitol building and landscaping, many visitors want to sit in on Congressional debates. To do this, you must obtain gallery passes from your senator or representative’s office; the passes are free. As with the White House, call ahead to check the status of tours, access, and what you may bring.
  • Washington is full of historic sites. One unexpected site is the white neo-Federal Embassy Gulf Service Station, built in 1936 to fit in with the elegance of Washington architecture.
  • The Washington National Cathedral is a beautiful building located on one of the highest points in the city. Construction began in 1907 and was not completed until 1980. Though a cathedral of the Episcopal Church, it was built for the entire nation, and has been used for services from Jewish to Serbian Orthodox. The grounds are as lovely as the building, with gardens and a lawn where you can picnic. In addition to religious services, the cathedral offers guided and audio tours, recitals and concerts. Music lovers can visit the Cathedral for the twice-weekly lunchtime recitals on the magnificent Aeolian-Skinner organ, or attend one of their concerts (classical, jazz, folk) throughout the year.
  • There is always something to attend at the John F. Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts. This extensive complex of theatres and concert halls, home to the National Symphony Orchestra and the Washington National Opera, hosts distinguished visiting performers and provides some free concerts. In addition to classical music and ballet, concerts include jazz, pops, and other types of music and dance.

  • When is the best time to fly to Washington?

    Peak season: The very busiest time for flights to Washington DC is from about mid-March through June, with school tours and holidaying families everywhere. Airfare and hotel rates are at their highest, and there are long lines for popular attractions. Off season: The quietest times are late August into early September and the period between Thanksgiving (end of November) and mid-January.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Washington, D.C..

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.?

    Baltimore/Washington is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C.. One-way flights to Baltimore/Washington typically cost RM 242, while return flights cost around RM 441.

  • How much is a return flight to Washington, D.C.?

    A return flight to Washington, D.C. will typically cost around RM 957, however they can be found for as little as RM 441.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Washington, D.C. depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Washington, D.C., Kuala Lumpur offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleepbox Lounge Iad, Dulles International Airport is the closest property to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (0.0 km away from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl).

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